Training for More

I'm cross training in another department; Stow. At the start of my shift, I check the labor board for my assignment. Large TV screens are displayed at each entrance with details for the Inbound team. 

The list is organized by your User ID. I find my designation and review the instructions: What side of the building I report to, and the floor. The board tells me the aisle where I can pick up work, and where to drop off my finished cart. I have learned to snap a picture of the TV before walking away; it's too much to memorize when it changes daily.

With a scanner in hand, I make my way to the assigned aisle to start work. There are long, green and gray "U boats" lined up for the taking. They contain a mixture of yellow totes and corrugate boxes. I scan my location, pick the first cart, and scan the totes. 

The labor board gives us suggested aisles for stowing; sections where we're most likely to find space. I roam the aisles and check for other stowers; I don't want to crowd too close. My experience as a picker has informed my stowing process; I know what a pain in the neck it can be to navigate three or four aisles packed with large U-boats when I'm trying to pick.

I find a spot and get to work. I scan items and place them in bins. Scan the bin, repeat. Small items go into cardboard drawers. Large items need a shelf. Master packs are broken down into individual units. I'm slow at this, but getting better. I'm grateful for the chance to learn another department and look forward to more shift access.

My transfer requests are pending approval. If approved, I will be moving to a new facility; a distribution center. I would be trained in yet another department. I could really use the full-time work. It's early in the review timeline and I'm hoping to hear back soon.